For most of us, the total of our hand care is some hand lotion rubbed in once or twice a day when we think of it, or worse, when our hands start to feel dry and itchy. If you wait too long, the skin will crack or be easily broken. The loveliest manicure won’t be enough to draw attention away from flaky dry knuckles and red, angry-looking skin.

The solution? Treat your hands once or twice a week to a total skin treatment. First wet your hands and use your favorite body scrub to exfoliate. Rinse and wash hands with a mild lotion cleanser - borrow your facial cleanser for this purpose; facial cleansers are gentle and moisturizing. Then follow with a protective hand lotion, one that forms a moisture barrier. Your hands will be soft, smooth and silky.

You will love the feeling so much, you will adopt this “facial” for your hands as part of your weekly routine skin care.